Scottish Hindu Foundation

19/06/2026

A Reminder: For Parents - Please do Sign Up on 2 days to the Webinar.

This session aims to support parents and carers to understand and respond to bullying,

16/06/2026

The Scottish Hindu Foundation has issued the following statement on a matter of importance to Scotland's Hindu community and wider public life.

14/06/2026

What a fantastic day in Edinburgh as the annual Rath Yatra brought together hundreds of people in a vibrant celebration of faith, culture and community.

From devotional music and dancing to the magnificent chariot procession of Lord Jagannath, the festival transformed the city centre into a celebration of unity, joy and service.

The Scottish Hindu Foundation is delighted to see Hindu traditions celebrated so openly in Scotland, enriching our shared cultural life and bringing people of all backgrounds together.

Our sincere thanks and congratulations to all the organisers, volunteers and devotees whose dedication made this year's Rath Yatra such a memorable success.

14/06/2026

A wonderful celebration of faith, culture and community in the heart of Edinburgh.

The annual Rath Yatra brought colour, devotion and joy to Scotland's capital, showcasing the rich contribution of Hindu traditions to Scotland's diverse cultural landscape.

Congratulations to all the organisers, volunteers and devotees who made this special day possible.

08/06/2026

A sincere thank you to and The .institute for hosting such a thoughtful and inspiring event.

It was a privilege to hear powerful personal stories from friends and colleagues, each highlighting the importance of building understanding across faiths and communities. The discussions reinforced that meaningful interfaith engagement must go beyond dialogue alone and be accompanied by action, collaboration, and a shared commitment to strengthening our society.

Events like these create the space for honest conversations, deeper relationships, and practical ideas that can help bring communities together. We look forward to continuing these important conversations and turning them into positive action.

08/06/2026

Last Tuesday we speant a thought-provoking day with discussing the future of our nation. It was encouraging to hear ideas on long-term prosperity, innovation, and open minds to the potential of a Scottish Wealth Fund.

We were pleased to raise the importance of engaging communities and voices beyond the traditional policy channels.

Empowerment

04/06/2026

Bullying - A Guide for Parents and Carers' webinar:

Overview: This session aims to support parents and carers to understand and respond to bullying. Join us on 22 June to learn how to support your child through bullying situations.

This 45-minute webinar will help you understand and respond to bullying and aims to increase your confidence to support and advocate for your child when experiencing bullying behaviour.

We'll also explore key resources and give you top tips!

This session aims to support parents and carers to understand and respond to bullying,

07/05/2026

Today, we are proud to launch the Scottish Hindu Foundation

A space for deeper reflection, community stories, civic participation, youth voices, and Hindu perspectives on public life in Scotland.

Over the past few years, the community has shown that democracy thrives when people participate with sincerity, dignity, and purpose. This platform will help continue those conversations beyond headlines and algorithms.

More than our newsletter, this will be a growing archive of a community thoughts and feelings with deeper introspection.

Subscribe and join us on the journey.



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05/05/2026

We extend our thanks to John Swinney First Minister for Scotland for formally acknowledging Hinduphobia and recognising the work of the Scottish Hindu Foundation in bringing the community voice to the fore.

This moment is the result of a sustained, three year effort driven by volunteers across the country, individuals who gave their time, energy, and conviction to ensure the Hindu community was heard with clarity and dignity.

Through initiatives such as the Chai & Hustings series, we created space for meaningful dialogue between elected representatives political candidates and the community, demonstrating that democracy is strongest when participation is active and consistent.

This acknowledgement matters. It sets a clear precedent within public discourse and strengthens the foundation for progress across education, workplace inclusion, and community representation, while resonating with Hindus beyond Scotland as well.

Scotland is an inclusive nation, and our Scotland must continue to be one where Hindus feel safe, respected, and able to thrive. There is more to be done, but this is a significant step in the right direction.

We also extend our appreciation to Kirsten Oswald for her role in helping bring this recognition forward.

03/05/2026

The final hustings of our Dharmocracy Works series took place on 1st May at East Calder Bowling Club marking the 15th and concluding event in a nationwide effort to amplify constituent voices.

What started with the launch of the Manifesto and the first husting in East Dunbartonshire, Brought together the final candidates the session gave local residents and the Hindu community a direct platform to question those seeking to represent them.

The candidates brought an honest candour to topics such as policy and inclusive governance, signalling openness to deeper engagement with SHF and wider Scottish Hindu community. Discussions spanned key local issues school capacity, GP access, and infrastructure alongside critical concerns for the Hindu community, including Hinduphobia, representation, and effective crime reporting and policing.

Overall, the discussion was constructive, engaged, and reflective of both local priorities and community-specific concerns.

A strong conclusion to the Dharmocracy Works journey, come 7th of May we wish all the candidates who took part in our Chai and Hustings the best of luck for all their future endeavours.